Pretty Outdoor Table Centerpieces

Summer sweetness

Beachy colors of blue and yellow take to the porch in this summertime setting. Silver lanterns add sparkle, but for a spark of surprise, we left the candles outside and filled the lantern with sunny yellow lemons for this luncheon.

Serene scene

Garden's glory

Display a rainbow of garden blooms in a colorful assortment of glassware. Continue the whimsical arrangements with alternating colors and patterned placemats. Mingle in the season's fruits — peaches, strawberries and blueberries — for fresh decor.

Sweet and simple

White hydrangeas look lovely in recycled cans. Continue the recycling theme by reusing newspaper sections as place mats. For this black-and-white setting, the arts section sets a classy tone. For a more festive look, use the comics.

Old-fashioned charm

A wooden table is the essence of country charm, especially when topped with lilac and creamy tones. A simple eyelet tablecloth keeps the focus on the centerpiece of white tulips and purple lilacs spilling from a weathered planter.

Fruity fun

Upgrade your lemonade with fruit! We infused two plain pitchers of lemonade with freshly cut lemons and an assortment of bright berries for added punch. Set out fresh fruit and sprigs of mint for a fun drink garnish.

Natural appeal

Keep the ambience natural with elements such as a handsome wooden table topped with a natural-fiber tablecloth. A terra-cotta pot holds herbs. Freshly baked bread makes a mouthwatering centerpiece for this dinner party.

Afternoon delight

This rose centerpiece mirrors the setting sun's pastel pinks, rich reds and buttercup yellows. A sprig of fresh thyme adds a hint of green against the rose and white striped napkin and matching tablecloth.

Serene social

For a quiet gathering of a few friends, set the mood with a mesmerizing floating display. Fill a wide saucer or cake pan with water and add dahlia blooms and votives. For additional drama, elevate the centerpiece by setting it on a kitchen trivet.

Red, white and blue

For a festive display, we love these fire-engine red bread pails lined with state maps. The buckets and Americana color scheme are perfect for a 4th of July bash. Add spice to simple blue place mats with striped ribbon. Red, white and blue lanterns add to the holiday mood.

Coupled colors

Fresh pink flowers mimic the color of refreshing watermelon slices at this picturesque garden party. Highlight the natural beauty of sweet tea with a glass carafe to show off the caramel color in the sun.